Winter is coming...

... and I'm getting ready. I liked winter so much more before I had kids, especially toddlers. Slush, mud, snow, and puddles are coming -- for the next 6 months. I've built a simple portable studio to keep me busy this winter.

I've tried it out with both kids and I can already see that some big powerful lights need to be on my agenda. Right now I'm working with 2 speedlights, an umbrella and a tiny softbox. I have 3 paper colors so far, but I can see that paper will become addictive.

Here are a few shots from my very first try. I'm pretty excited about the possibilities! I just need to get a little more creative.